Although Peterson fell short of his stated goal of running in the 4.2s, his time was believed to among the two or three fastest of any prospect in the entire draft. That's especially impressive, considering Peterson is bigger than most cornerback prospects at 6 feet, ¼ inch and 219 pounds.

Many scouts consider him the "safest" bet to become a standout player in the NFL, and he has an outside chance at become the first player taken in the entire draft. Last week, NFL Network draft analyst Mike Mayock suggested Peterson might be converted into a safety down the road. That could be read as a criticism, since cornerback is considered the more premier position. But as converted New Orleans Saints safety Malcolm Jenkins proved last year, that versatility is a strength. Peterson could line up in different spots, based on the scheme and the opponent.